2009 will bring great things.

Hello 2009 and hello new and exciting things!

The MOZO Team has been hard at work and can't wait for 2009!  We have the new Professional Line coming out January 25th and can't wait to see them on your feet!  They are sleek and lightweight.  The Professional Line is prefect for servers and management who need to be light and quick on their feet.  

Check out a preview below: (Forza, top. Notte, bottom.)

MOZO Enthusiast

"I've been wearing my MOZO shoes for 2 days now and I just wanted to tell you how impressed I am with them.  They truly perform exactly as you advertise.  The comfort is outstanding and I love how you can adjust the fit with the foam inserts.  The grip is outstanding in wet and dry environments.  The best quality is how well the fabrics breathe.  My feet just don't get hot in these shoes."

 - Pete Walker, Walker Food Group

Foot Solutions: MOZO

Foot pain impacts your entire body- physically and emotionally. It all starts with your feet. Shoes are the only article of clothing that can affect that.

Foot Solutions is dedicated to premium care of your feet. In addition to being foot-health experts, they carry only pre-approved, supportive footwear for all occasions. Foot Solutions carries a wide variety of custom Orthotic inserts as well.

Visit Foot Solutions in Parker, Colorado to try on a pair of MOZO shoes today!
18320 E Cottonwood Drive, Ste 8
Parker, CO 80138
303-283-1163
parker@footsolutions.com

If you live outside of Colorado, be sure to ask your local Foot Solutions if they carry MOZO shoes.

www.footsolutions.com

Stress relief tips that will make everyone smile!

1.  Breathe. Breathing slowly and deeply helps to slow and calm the mind.  To do this, fill your lungs with air from the bottom up by pushing out your stomach as you inhale.  Practicing this kind of breathing for five minutes each day will help relax your mind and body. 

2.  Exercise.  Exercising is a great way to temporarily escape from your problems and engage in an activity that is fun and energizing.  Exercise improves your mood and decreases anxiety. 

3.   Yoga.  Practicing Yoga combines meditation with stretching which release tension and calms the mind. 

4.  Reduce and Reorganize.  Reducing clutter and creating an environment that is relaxing will help you to have clear thoughts and increase productivity.  Don't let your dirty laundry and household chores pile up, leaving you feeling anxious and chaotic.  Simplicity is best. 

5.  Sleep.  Sleep recharges your brain.  By getting 6-8 hours a night, you will wake feeling refreshed and continure to feel energized throughout the day. 

6.  Meditate.  Meditation is one of the most commonly practiced ways to reduce stress.  It reduces muscle tension, decreases your heart rate, and clears your mind.  There are many types of meditation.   "Object meditation" allows you to focus on an object such as a candle of hanging crystal- breathing, as well as focusing on the object will allow you to lose yourself in the meditation. 

7.  Communicate.  Communicating effectively with colleagues, friends, and family can ease tension in your relationships and prevent arguments that cause stress.  Be a good listener and be assertive.  Don't let problems build up, deal with them as they arise. 

8.  Don't Procrastinate.  Putting things off until the last minute increases anxiety and stress.  Reduce this by getting ahead on your work. 

9.  Massage.  Having a professional or a friend give you a massage will relax and stimulate circulation in your muscles.  You and your fiends can take turns giving each other massages or treat yourself to a professional massage.

10.  Eat Healthy! Eating healthy gives you energy and helps your immune system.  Being stressed increases your chances of getting sick.  By eating food that are high in fiber, low in sugar, and low in salt, sugar, and fat- you will help stay healthy and energized! 

Thanks Tarryn Sandler!

Chef John: Another MOZO Enthusiast.

Chef John officially started his culinary career by enrolling at Paul Smith’s College, New York, in 1981. Two years later he graduated with an AAS Degree, with Honors, in Culinary Arts/Chef Training and was also awarded “Outstanding Chef Training Student.” Over the next 20 plus years, Chef John held just about every position possible in the food industry. After having seen, and done, it all in the food industry, Chef John went on to teach at the California Culinary Academy. After almost five years of teaching, John eventually decided to leave the school and follow his dream of teaching a larger audience how to cook and enjoy fine food. Chef John’s reputation among those who have had him as a teacher at culinary school is second to none. His students universally enjoyed his insightful lectures, along with his legendary sense of humor. His ability to reach and inspire others made him one of the most popular Chef’s at the school. Now, Chef John has taken this same engaging approach to the online culinary realm and has quickly gained a large and loyal following of foodies that anxiously await his daily video recipes.

http://foodwishes.blogspot.com

http://www.youtube.com/foodwishes

Sue Slaughter knows how to make a meal!

Harm Wijcherson's Pumpkin Soup

Fry 50g bacon pieces in 2 spoonfuls of oil.
Add 2 chopped onions or 1 large one.
Add 2 teaspoons of dried basil.
Add 2 teaspoons of curry.

Pour in 1 liter of water with some salt. (Some use 1 packet of chicken broth in 2 cups of water and then add 1 can of chicken broth.)
Add one pumpkin (center) in little pieces. Boil about 20 minutes, then mash and add some cream to finish it off. (If you want to save time, you can use 1 large can of pumpkin and a dollop of sour cream to finish if off!)

Green Beans with Feta cheese and Pecans

1.5lbs of fresh green beans. washed, trimmed, and broken into 1 inch pieces.
2/3 cups Olive Oil
1 Tsp dried dill weed
1/4 Tsp salt
1/2 Tsp minced garlic
1/4 Tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 Cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted. (Toast pecans on plate in microwave 3-4 minutes on high, turning midway.)
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 cup crumbled Feta Cheese

Cook beans in boiling water for about 4- 7 minutes. Drain, immerse in cold water, drain and pat dry. In small bowl, combine oil, dill, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk to blend. Place beans in shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with pecans, red onion, and Feta. Just before serving, add dressing and toss.

Now for dessert: Caramel Cream Brownie Trifle

1 box Betty Crocker Supreme walnut chocolate chunk brownie mix
2 cups of milk
1/4 cup of caramel topping
1 container (8oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 box (serving size: 4) chocolate fudge instant pudding and pie filling mix

1. Heat oven to 350F. Make brownies as directed for 13 X 9" pan. Cool completely.
2. Make pudding mix as directed on box for pudding using milk: refrigerate.
3. Cut brownies into 1" pieces. Stir caramel topping into whipped topping. In 3qt bowl, layer half each of the brownies, pudding, and whipped topping mixture. Repeat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

AMAZING RECIPES!!!! Thanks Eve.

Spread the love.

MOZO would like to take a moment and remind everyone to be thankful for their health and well-being! Please take some time to check out these organizations and spread the love over the holiday season!

http://www.projectangelheart.org/

http://denverrescuemission.org

http://www.citymeals.org

http://www.mowaa.org

Happy Holidays!

We love customer Feedback.

"I stumbled upon a pair of MOZO shoes in a local store, and thought they looked a little clunky. I wasn't immediately attracted to them. Then I tried them on. They are the most comfortable shoes I have ever owned. While I was not in love with the look, they are so comfortable that I bought 2 pairs! I wear them every day all year long.

That was 3 years ago and they are still holding up fabulously. Go MOZO!"
-Satisfied Customer, J.W.

Want MOZO shoes? Ask SYSCO for an exclusive price!

As a restaurant owner, you are most likely familiar with SYSCO. They provide you with delicious recipe ingredients and keep your restaurant well stocked. Now you can get MOZO shoes from your SYSCO Marketing Associate. The retail price for a pair of MOZO Executive Line shoes is $149.99. Ask your SYSCO MA if they are a MOZO representative and purchase a pair of MOZO shoes through them for the SYSCO exclusive price of $119.99. If your SYSCO MA is not a MOZO representative, email court@mozoshoes.com to learn more about the SYSCO discount and how to receive it.

If you are a SYSCO Marketing Associate and would like to find out more about MOZO shoes and how to sell them, please contact court@mozoshoes.com.

Halloween Contest: ELIZA REED WON OUR STOMACHS OVER

Eliza Reed is the winner of the 50% off MOZO Coupon!!!! Thanks to everyone for sending amazing recipes!!!!

MOZO Drymax Socks

Not only does MOZO have incredible non-slip shoes, but we also offer socks specifically designed for chefs. MOZO teamed with Drymax to design a sock that feature new generation of fiber technology. They provided maximum protection, durability, moisture management and comfort. When paired with MOZO shoes, the Drymax and MOZO Dri Lex technologies work together to create an optimal environment for your feet. MOZO socks are available in 3 styles > Crew, Quarter Crew and Mini Crew.

Check out the Drymax Demo Video below!


(Crew)
(Quarter Crew)
(Mini Crew)

MOZO is Thankful for Chefs

It almost November and the MOZO team would like to use this month to say "Thanks" to all of our customers and hard workers. We want to thank Roger Thomas for being a MOZO Enthusiast for 5 years and creating delicious treats for us to eat! We would like to thank the members of Chef Network on LinkedIn for providing information about what they are looking for in a chef shoe. We are offering an exclusive deal on LinkedIn for the members of the Chef Network group. Join today to find out about this limited time offer! To find out more information please email summer@mozoshoes.com. She is more than happy to answer any questions.

MOZO would also like to know what your are thankful for. Family, friends, food, travel.....? If you would like to share what you are thankful for, send in your stories to summer@mozoshoes.com We would love to post pictures, recipes, or even a simple "Thank You" entry to someone special!

Halloween Contest: Tomorrow is the FINAL DAY for submissions!

Hurry Hurry! Please send in any recipes you would like to be considered for the Trick or Treat Recipe Contest. The winner will receive a 50% Discount on a pair of MOZO shoes. Please email all recipes to summer@mozoshoes.com. HAPPPY ALMOST HALLOWEEN!

NEW!!!! MOZO Professional Line!

Certified Slip Resistant Outsole


MOZO is proud to announce the Professional Line. This line is a lighter and moderately priced shoe that will be available in January. It has the same great features of the Executive Line including a Certified Slip/ Oil Resistant Outsole, TripleFit System, and 100% full grain leather. Two styles will be available: Forza (Slip on) and the Notte (lace up.) We are extremely excited about this new line and can't wait to hear your thoughts! Check out the Pics below:

Left: Notte Right: Forza


Dual Density Insole- Provides cushioning in the heel and forefoot for ultimate comfort and support.

Halloween Contest: Eliza Reed makes cookies!

"I wanted to share a fun halloween/ fall cookie recipe with you all. It is one of my favorite kind of cookies to make because the combination of ingredients are different, but really good." - Eliza Reed


Pumpkin Butterscotch Chip Cookies

Ingredients:
2 Cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
1 cup sugar
½ cup canola or corn oil
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cup butterscotch chips


Preheat 325 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Set the pans aside

Stir flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon together in a medium bowl and set aside. In a larger bowl, using a spatuala or wooden spoon, beat eggs and sugar until smooth and light in color. Then add oil, pumpkin and vanilla until blended. Mix in the flour mixture with pumpkin mixture until completely blended. Finally add the butterscotch chips.

Using a measuring cup (1/4 or 1/3 size), scoop small mounds of dough on to baking sheets. Space the cookies about 2inches apart.

Bake cookie sheets one at a time until the tops look firm. Bake for about 16minutes. Use a toothpick to see if cookies are cooked all the way through. Cool the cookies on baking sheets for 5mins before using a metal spatula to transfer cookies to cooling rack.

Makes about a dozen cookies

Store in tightly covered container at room temperature for up to a week.

Adapted by Eliza Reed

Halloween Recipe Contest: Elizabeth Fleming from the OC likes brownies!

"Brownies are good on all occasions. These Jack-o-Lantern Brownies are simple and easy to decorate!" - Elizabeth Fleming

Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter or margarine (melted)
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (16oz) vanilla frosting
Orange paste food coloring
Green and black decorating gel

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, butter and vanilla. Beat in the eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add sugar to the mixture. Line a greased 13 X 9 X 2 inch baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper. Spread the batter evenly in the pan. Bake a 350 degrees for 18-22 minutes or until the brownies begin to pull away from the sides of the pan. Cool on a wire rack.

Run a knife around the edge of the pan. Invert brownies onto a work surface and remove waxed paper. Cut brownies with a 3 inch pumpkin cookie cutter, leaving at least 1/8 inch between each shape. (Discard scraps or save for another use.) Tint frosting with orange food coloring and decorate!!

Halloween Recipe Contest: Eve Loftis from Denver Recommends Betty Crocker:

Witch's Hats!
(www.bettycrocker.com)

32 Hershey®'s Kisses® milk chocolates, unwrapped
1 package (11 1/2 ounces) fudge-striped shortbread cookies (32)
1 tube (4.25 ounces) orange or red decorating icing


1. Attach 1 chocolate candy to chocolate bottom of each cookie, using decorating icing.
2. Pipe decorating icing around base of milk chocolate candy.

"This is a quick and easy treat for the whole family to make. My grandkids love making these every year, although most of the cookies get eaten during the process! Enjoy!"- Eve Loftis

Halloween Recipe Contest! Trick or Treat?

With Halloween fast approaching, Team MOZO is looking for some delicious Halloween recipes. Please send us your favorite sweet treat recipes to summer@mozoshoes.com. We will post them for everyone to enjoy!

Team MOZO has a huge sweet tooth and will use it to pick the most creative and out of the box recipe. The winner will receive 50% off a pair of MOZO shoes.

October 7th SYSCO Food Show

On October 7th, we launched our new product at the SYSCO Food Show in Sandusky, OH> Check out team MOZO below!


Back, Left to Right: Zohar, Jerry, Brett, Jim, Stuart, Court, Chef Roger Thomas,
Front, Left to Right: Summer and Tracy

Hello World!

Hello and welcome to the new MOZO Blog!  After countless emails asking where to get MOZO shoes, we decided it was time to revamp the MOZO brand and get these great shoes into your kitchen!  We have been hard at work making a great product even better and developing a new line of shoes.  We have created a new web site (www.mozoshoes.com) to make ordering and shipping easy and simple. We would love your thoughts and suggestions about out rebirth!

We invite you to share recipes, pictures, news, and MOZO testimonies with us on this blog.  Please feel free to comment or send us a discussion topic at summer@mozoshoes.com.